These are golden seared chicken breasts in a rich onion gravy. Juicy, flavorful, and simmered in a savory sauce — a delicious high-protein low-carb dinner that’s ready in one pan!
Why You’ll Love This Recipe
- Perfectly seared chicken and rich gravy
- High protein from chicken breast
- One-skillet recipe with easy cleanup
- Great for weeknight dinners or meal prep
- Low carb and sugar-free
Ingredients (Serves 4)
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 tbsp olive oil or avocado oil
- 1 large onion, sliced
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 cup chicken broth (low sodium)
- 1 tsp paprika
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp dried thyme or Italian seasoning
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp butter (optional, for richer gravy)
- Fresh parsley for garnish
Instructions
- Season chicken breasts on both sides with paprika, garlic powder, salt, and pepper.
- Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Sear chicken 4–5 minutes per side until golden. Remove and set aside.
- In the same skillet, add sliced onion and cook 4–5 minutes until softened. Add garlic and cook 30 seconds.
- Pour in chicken broth, scrape up any browned bits, and add thyme. Simmer 2–3 minutes.
- Return chicken to the skillet. Cover and simmer on medium-low for 8–10 minutes until chicken is cooked through (165°F internal temperature).
- Optional: Stir in butter for a richer gravy. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve.
Prep Time: 10 minutes Cook Time: 20–25 minutes Total Time: 30–35 minutes
Nutrition (Per Serving)
- Calories: ~280
- Protein: 35g
- Total Carbs: 5g
- Net Carbs: 4g
- Fat: 12g
